What are the responsibilities and job description for the CASA - Summer Teacher Assistant position at Hope College?
Position Title
CASA - Summer Teacher Assistant
Classification Title
Hourly Temporary (HT)
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility
Department
CASA
Job Description
CASA (Children’s After School Achievement) is a community program of Hope College that has served the Holland area for 37 years. Our purpose is to promote educational achievement among underrepresented elementary school children by providing the tools needed for academic success. Students benefit from one-on-one tutoring during the school year and classroom instruction during the summer.
CASA invites applications for Teaching Assistants to work in our lively, creative Summer 2025 program. The position is part-time, summer only.
Summer CASA meets four mornings a week for six weeks. Six classrooms of approximately 15 students are taught by certified teachers. Each teacher assistant will be assigned 2 teachers to help. The focus is educational success in all subjects, with a strong emphasis in reading and math. Unique student enrichment opportunities are included.
REQUIRED DATES AND HOURS:
- Mondays through Thursdays, June 16 through July 31 (Unpaid Holiday: 6/30-7/3).
- Teaching Assistant hours are approximately 7:30am to 1:15pm daily
- Additional required hours are:
(1) Staff Orientation the week of June 9-12. Time: 9:00-4 pm.
Summer Teaching Assistant responsibilities include: Assisting the classroom teacher in all aspects of the program, providing student transportation either by driving a Hope College van or riding a Hope College bus, supervising student activities as assigned. Assistants are expected to work the entire duration of the summer program.
Qualifications
Qualifications: Demonstrated successful experience working with ethnically and economically diverse populations of elementary students, strong relational skills and leadership qualities. The ability to communicate in Spanish is highly preferred. Teaching assistants must have a valid U. S. driver’s license held for at least two years and an excellent driving record.
Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves lifting over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities with students. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2023-139AR
Job Posting Open Date
01/31/2025
Job Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
- * Do you currently possess a valid driver's license that you've had for at least two years?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you speak spanish?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
